10 Tips for Hiring the Right Candidate

Consider this: the average cost of losing a good employee is, according to CareerBuilder, a costly $29,000.

When the red flags that should have been detected during the interview process surface a month or two into the hire, you ask yourself “what the heck happened?”

After many years in the HR industry, I’ve learned a few things that can help you steer clear of expensive – and avoidable – hiring mistakes.

I have developed a tried-and-true 10-step process to hiring smart. I know, 10 steps sounds daunting, but stay with me – I promise each step will move you closer to the right candidate!

This article originally appeared in the People & Performance Strategies blog, "Interview Better. Hire Smarter." Read the full post HERE.